Backend Software Engineer (Contract)

At ArenaNet, we’ve always believed that games are art. They have the power to communicate ideas and tell stories. They can change the way we think, reflect our cultures, and move us. As the developer of the award-winning Guild Wars game series, we’re proud to share our passion for the online worlds we’ve created with over 21 million players worldwide.

ArenaNet develops and publishes games for every kind of person, which means our games need to be built by every kind of person. We believe the best experiences come from working together, celebrating differences, and helping each of our team members shine.

We are looking for an experienced Backend Software Engineer to join our Server Engineering team on a contract basis. In this role, you’ll help build and maintain the backend services and APIs that support critical business systems across ArenaNet.

You’ll work primarily with Python, Flask, MSSQL, and MySQL, designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable backend microservices and RESTful APIs. You’ll also design and optimize database schemas, SQL queries, and data access patterns with a focus on reliability, performance, and maintainability.

A significant portion of this work will take place within an established codebase. You’ll need to become familiar with existing architecture, design patterns, depen